ncaab Game Recap
Jimmy V Classic - Liberty Flames vs Rice Owls Wrap - Liberty Wins 71-59
Liberty earned a 71-59 victory over Rice on Saturday, getting 14 points from Kyle Rode at Kendall G.L. Isaacs National Gymnasium.
Liberty won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -8.0-point spread as favorites.
Myo Baxter-Bell had 14 points for Liberty and Scottie James chipped in with 13 points. Georgie Pacheco-Ortiz had 4 assists for them, while Scottie James was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Rice got a 19-point performance from Robert Martin, who was supported by 7 points from Chris Mullins. Robert Martin had 3 assists in a losing cause for Rice, while Chris Mullins grabbed 7 rebounds.
Liberty was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Rice won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 34-30.
Liberty looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Kentucky Christian. Rice will aim to get back on the winning track at Lamar.